The Valley County Board of Commissioners approved a bulk fuel delivery agreement under the state bid with Coenergy and authorized the chair to sign an Economic Development Administration (EDA) letter for a bridge project, during a Road & Bridge presentation at the Nov. 10 meeting.

A Road & Bridge delegate (presenting on behalf of the department) described Coenergy as a large distributor that provides remote monitoring of fuel tanks and said pricing on the state bid was favorable. A board member moved to approve the Valley County bulk fuel delivery agreement and the motion was seconded; the chair asked "All in favor?" and an "Aye" was recorded on the transcript. The chair indicated he could sign the agreement.

Road & Bridge staff also outlined plans for an EDA letter tied to securing bridge funds. Staff said they had identified a funding source and would secure the money in a dedicated line item for the bridge. The board moved to authorize the chair to sign the Valley County EDA letter on the existing project, and the motion carried with an 'Aye' recorded on the transcript.

Beyond procurement actions, Road & Bridge staff reported on maintenance priorities and capital planning: Dawn Drive received temporary gravel patching after pavement failure and an asphalt plant shutdown reduced larger paving options this year. Staff said they are pursuing an LRIP grant to repair a 200–300-foot section of Sampson Trail.

Commissioners flagged the Perpetua Road development agreement, saying the county needs details about heavy truck traffic and how many truckloads per day will use the road before signing; the department agreed to gather those specifics before the county finalizes agreements.

On capital projects, Road & Bridge staff said the 2026 budget includes a proposal to build a 12-bay equipment shed at the lower level, with a ballpark cost of $500,000; the department plans to prepare a bid package. Staff described phased moving logistics for a new facility—offices and mechanics likely moving after the heavy winter months to April or May—and noted the fuel pump relocation will require temporary arrangements to guarantee access for deputies and essential vehicles.

Why it matters: Approving the fuel contract and advancing the EDA letter secures operational continuity and advances a key bridge project; planned capital work and LRIP grant pursuits affect road safety and long-term maintenance responsibilities. Commissioners requested more detailed traffic and impact data for Perpetua Road before finalizing any development agreements.

What’s next: Road & Bridge will provide requested information on Perpetua Road truck traffic, pursue the LRIP grant for Sampson Trail, prepare the equipment-shed bid, and coordinate logistics for a phased move of operations and the fuel pump.